The Peace Podcast

Karey Warriner
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Just Give Me Peace- whatever that looks like. As we endure the throes of life, real peace seems like a distant memory. But peace can be found…in all the things. This podcast encourages you to identify the peace in the chaos, stretch those inner calming muscles, and settle in to the stillness that results. Peace is a real thing, and everyone can have it. It just takes some exhaling, a little education, and a whole lot of recognizing what it actually looks like. Let’s find your peace, whatever that looks like for you. ❤️

  1. Aug 10

    S4EP28: Just Help Me Discern Between Personality and Conditioning… whatever that looks like

    How much of who you are is actually you—and how much of who you’ve become was shaped by what you had to do to feel safe, loved, accepted, or worthy? In this episode of The Peace Podcast, we’re exploring the difference between your authentic personality and the conditioning you may have picked up throughout childhood and life. As children, we naturally adapt to our environments. We learn what gets us approval, what keeps the peace, what prevents conflict, and what helps us maintain connection. Over time, those adaptations can become so familiar that we mistake them for personality. Maybe you call yourself a people pleaser, but you learned that keeping everyone happy kept you safe. Maybe you think you’re a perfectionist, but you learned that mistakes made you feel unworthy. Maybe you believe you’re just “easygoing,” when in reality, you learned to silence your needs to avoid conflict. The good news is that self-awareness gives you the opportunity to separate who you truly are from who you learned you needed to be. In this episode, we’ll explore:
• How children adapt their behavior to maintain connection and safety
• Why conditioning can become so deeply ingrained that it feels like personality
• The difference between authentic traits and learned survival patterns
• How people pleasing, perfectionism, and conflict avoidance can develop
• Why authenticity is connected to emotional wellbeing and life satisfaction
• How recognizing your patterns can create greater freedom and choice
• A simple reflection exercise to help you reconnect with what you genuinely enjoy and value You may not need to become a completely different person. You may simply need to discover which parts of you were always there—and which parts were learned along the way. Because healing isn't always about changing who you are. Sometimes, it's about finally getting to know who you were before you learned who you were supposed to be.

    S4EP28: Just Help Me Discern Between Personality and Conditioning… whatever that looks like

  2. Aug 3

    S4EP27: Just Let Me Be The New Version of Me… whatever that looks like

    Have you ever felt like you were finally changing... only to find yourself slipping back into the same habits, thought patterns, or relationships you promised you'd leave behind? If so, you're not broken—and you're definitely not alone. In this episode of The Peace Podcast, we're diving into the psychology behind identity homeostasis—the hidden force that pulls us back toward what's familiar, even when what's familiar is keeping us stuck. You'll discover why your brain often chooses predictability over possibility, why growth can feel surprisingly uncomfortable, and how true transformation happens when you stop focusing on behavior and start changing your identity. We'll explore the science behind self-sabotage, why confidence isn't something you wait to feel before taking action, and how lasting healing comes from becoming someone new rather than simply trying to do something different. If you've ever wondered why change feels so hard—even when you genuinely want it—this episode will help you understand what's happening beneath the surface and give you practical steps to move forward with confidence instead of fear. In this episode, you'll learn: * Why your brain prefers familiarity over happiness * What identity homeostasis is and how it quietly keeps you stuck * Why self-sabotage often signals resistance—not failure * The surprising way confidence is actually built * How to create identity-level transformation that lasts * A simple exercise to identify the old version of yourself you may still be protecting Healing isn't about becoming someone else. It's about becoming the person God created you to be before fear, pain, and survival convinced you otherwise. ✨ If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's ready to stop repeating old cycles and start walking in lasting freedom.

    S4EP27: Just Let Me Be The New Version of Me… whatever that looks like

  3. Jul 27

    S4EP26: Just Help Me Recalibrate My Hidden Identities… whatever that looks like

    Who are you when you're not holding everything together? Many of us spend years living from identities we never consciously chose. We become *the strong one*, *the fixer*, *the peacekeeper*, or *the responsible one*—roles that may have protected us at one point but now quietly shape our relationships, decisions, and sense of self. In this episode of **The Peace Podcast**, we're uncovering the hidden identities that may be running your life without you even realizing it. You'll learn how childhood experiences and family roles influence the way you see yourself, why changing your habits often feels impossible without changing your identity, and how your brain is capable of creating a new story through healing. We'll explore the psychology behind identity, the impact of self-schema and family systems, and the hope found in neuroplasticity—that you are not defined by who you had to become to survive. If you've ever wondered why you keep falling into the same patterns or you've asked yourself, *"Who am I outside of what I do for everyone else?"* this episode is for you. **In this episode, you'll learn:** * Why identity shapes your behavior more than willpower * How childhood roles become lifelong patterns * Why your brain filters the world through what you believe about yourself * How healing allows you to rewrite old identities and embrace your authentic self * A simple journaling exercise to begin uncovering the roles you've been carrying It's time to lay down the labels you've outgrown and discover the person God created you to be—not the one you became just to survive. 🎧 If this episode encourages you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's ready to step into healing and lasting peace.

    S4EP26: Just Help Me Recalibrate My Hidden Identities… whatever that looks like

  4. Jul 6

    S4EP25: Just Help Me Learn To Receive Love… whatever that looks like

    Have you ever noticed that you long for love—but when someone genuinely offers it, you pull away? If receiving love feels uncomfortable, you're not alone. The ability to receive healthy love is often shaped by our earliest relationships, attachment patterns, nervous system responses, and beliefs about our own worth. In this episode of *The Peace Podcast*, we explore the surprising psychology behind why receiving love can feel harder than giving it. You'll learn how past emotional wounds can make healthy relationships feel unfamiliar, why your brain naturally resists what it hasn't experienced before, and how safe, consistent connection can actually rewire your nervous system. Drawing from research in attachment theory, neuroscience, and trauma-informed healing, this episode offers practical tools to help you stop pushing away the very love you've been praying for. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why vulnerability is necessary for genuine connection • How childhood experiences shape your ability to receive love • Why healthy love can feel uncomfortable at first • The role of oxytocin in building trust and emotional safety • How self-worth influences your relationships • A simple daily practice to become more comfortable receiving kindness, support, and love If you've ever struggled to accept compliments, questioned someone's intentions when they were kind, or felt unworthy of being deeply loved, this conversation is for you. Remember: healing isn't just learning how to love others—it's learning how to receive love without fear. If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs the reminder that they are worthy of love.

    S4EP25: Just Help Me Learn To Receive Love… whatever that looks like

  5. Jun 29

    S4EP24: Just Give Me Emotional Safety in Relationship… whatever that looks like

    Have you ever felt like you couldn't fully be yourself in a relationship? Do you find yourself overthinking conversations, walking on eggshells, people-pleasing, or feeling anxious around certain people? In this episode of The Peace Podcast, we explore the powerful role of emotional safety in relationships and why it is the foundation of trust, vulnerability, healthy communication, and lasting connection. Drawing from Polyvagal Theory, attachment research, and relationship psychology, you'll learn how your nervous system constantly scans for signs of safety or danger and how emotionally safe relationships help you feel seen, accepted, and secure. In this episode, you'll discover: ✔ What emotional safety really means ✔ How emotional safety affects nervous system regulation ✔ Why some relationships leave you feeling anxious, guarded, or hypervigilant ✔ The connection between attachment styles and emotional security ✔ How trust is built through consistency, empathy, and repair ✔ Why vulnerability requires safety, not pressure ✔ Practical ways to create healthier, more secure relationships If you've ever wondered: * Why can't I relax in relationships? * Why do I overthink everything people say? * Why am I afraid to express my needs? * What does a healthy relationship actually feel like? This episode will help you understand how emotional safety shapes your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors—and how recognizing unsafe patterns can become a powerful step toward healing. Practical Takeaway: This week's Safety Check Question: "Can I be honest about my thoughts, feelings, needs, and mistakes without fear of rejection, punishment, or shame?" Small moments of honesty and connection often become the building blocks of deeper trust. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to build relationships where you can truly be yourself. Keywords: emotional safety, healthy relationships, attachment styles, relationship anxiety, nervous system regulation, Polyvagal Theory, Brené Brown vulnerability, relationship healing, emotional healing, trauma recovery, secure attachment, trust in relationships, communication skills, self-awareness, personal growth, mental health podcast, emotional wellness, relationship advice, healing journey, The Peace Podcast

    S4EP24: Just Give Me Emotional Safety in Relationship… whatever that looks like

  6. Jun 22

    S4EP23: Just Help Me Cure My Mental Overload… whatever that looks like

    Do you feel overwhelmed by even the smallest decisions? Do simple choices leave you mentally drained by the end of the day? You may be experiencing decision fatigue—a psychological phenomenon that occurs when your brain becomes overloaded from making too many decisions. In this episode of *The Peace Podcast*, we explore the science behind mental exhaustion, decision fatigue, overwhelm, and cognitive overload. You'll learn why your brain feels depleted, how constant decision-making impacts self-control and productivity, and practical ways to simplify your daily life to restore clarity, energy, and peace. Drawing from research in psychology and behavioral science, we discuss how decision fatigue affects your mental health, increases stress and anxiety, contributes to procrastination, and makes everyday tasks feel harder than they should. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ​ What decision fatigue is and why it happens​ How mental overload impacts your brain and nervous system​ Why too many choices can increase anxiety and overwhelm​ The connection between decision fatigue, procrastination, and burnout​ How simplifying routines can improve mental clarity and reduce stress​ Practical strategies to conserve mental energy throughout the day​ The "Rule of Three" method for reducing overwhelm and increasing focus If you've been feeling mentally exhausted, unmotivated, indecisive, or overwhelmed, this episode offers both scientific insight and practical tools to help you reclaim your energy and create more peace in your daily life. Resources Mentioned: ​ The Rule of Three Productivity Strategy​ Routine Simplification Techniques​ Mental Load Reduction Practices Subscribe to *The Peace Podcast* for faith-based and research-backed conversations about emotional healing, nervous system regulation, mental wellness, self-awareness, boundaries, and living with greater peace. #DecisionFatigue #MentalExhaustion #MentalHealth #Overwhelm #BurnoutRecovery #StressManagement #AnxietyRelief #ProductivityTips #EmotionalWellness #NervousSystemRegulation #SelfCare #PersonalGrowth #MentalClarity #ThePeacePodcast #HealingJourney .

    S4EP23: Just Help Me Cure My Mental Overload… whatever that looks like

  7. Jun 15

    S4EP22: Just Give Me A Calm Nervous System … whatever that looks like

    Do you constantly feel anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in fight-or-flight mode? If so, your nervous system may be overstimulated. In this episode of The Peace Podcast, we explore the science behind nervous system regulation and why your body may be responding to stress long after the threat is gone. You'll learn how chronic stress impacts the brain and body, why traditional mindset strategies often aren't enough, and practical ways to help your nervous system return to a state of safety and calm. Drawing from research on Polyvagal Theory, trauma recovery, and nervous system healing, this episode explains how your body automatically shifts between states of safety, anxiety, and shutdown—and what you can do to support lasting regulation. In this episode, you'll learn: • What an overstimulated nervous system feels like • The connection between anxiety, stress, and survival mode • How Polyvagal Theory explains nervous system responses • Why chronic stress keeps you stuck in fight, flight, or freeze • The difference between top-down and bottom-up regulation • Practical nervous system regulation techniques that work • How repetition creates new neural pathways of safety • Simple daily practices to reduce anxiety and emotional overwhelm If you've ever felt frustrated because you "can't calm down," this episode offers a compassionate explanation: your nervous system may simply not feel safe yet. Healing isn't about forcing yourself to relax—it's about teaching your body that safety is possible again. Practical Exercise: Try the 3-Minute Breathing Reset: Inhale for 4 seconds. Exhale for 6 seconds. Repeat for 3 minutes and notice how your body responds.

    S4EP22: Just Give Me A Calm Nervous System … whatever that looks like

  8. Jun 8

    S4EP21: Just Help Me Understand Why I People Please… whatever that looks like

    Do you find yourself saying "yes" when you really want to say "no"? Are you constantly putting others' needs ahead of your own, only to feel exhausted, resentful, or disconnected from yourself? In this episode, we explore the hidden emotional cost of people pleasing and why so many women struggle to prioritize their own needs without feeling guilty. What often looks like kindness, generosity, or being "easygoing" may actually be a nervous system survival response rooted in fear of rejection, abandonment, or conflict. You'll learn how people pleasing is connected to the fawn response, why approval-seeking behaviors develop, and how chronic self-sacrifice can lead to burnout, anxiety, low self-worth, and loss of identity. Most importantly, we'll discuss how healthy boundaries help you reconnect with your authentic self and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. In This Episode You'll Learn: ✔ What people pleasing really is and why it develops ✔ How the nervous system uses the fawn response to create safety ✔ The connection between approval-seeking and fear of rejection ✔ Why chronic people pleasing leads to self-abandonment and identity loss ✔ How setting boundaries strengthens self-worth and emotional health ✔ Practical steps to stop people pleasing without feeling guilty Practical Exercise: Track how many times you say "yes" throughout the day. Then ask yourself: "Did I genuinely want to do this, or was I afraid of disappointing someone?" Awareness is the first step toward healing. If you've been struggling with codependency, boundary setting, self-trust, emotional healing, trauma recovery, or learning how to stop people pleasing, this episode will give you practical tools and compassionate insights to help you reconnect with yourself. 🎙 Subscribe for weekly conversations on emotional healing, self-worth, trauma recovery, anxiety, personal growth, and finding peace from the inside out. #PeoplePleasing #Boundaries #SelfWorth #EmotionalHealing #TraumaRecovery #MentalHealthPodcast #PersonalGrowth #CodependencyRecovery #SelfTrust #WomenHealing

    S4EP21: Just Help Me Understand Why I People Please… whatever that looks like
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Just Give Me Peace- whatever that looks like. As we endure the throes of life, real peace seems like a distant memory. But peace can be found…in all the things. This podcast encourages you to identify the peace in the chaos, stretch those inner calming muscles, and settle in to the stillness that results. Peace is a real thing, and everyone can have it. It just takes some exhaling, a little education, and a whole lot of recognizing what it actually looks like. Let’s find your peace, whatever that looks like for you. ❤️

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  • Creator
    Karey Warriner
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    181
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Karey Warriner